1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | BMW |
| Model | Electron | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
